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- Forms
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- Organisational Information
  Download resources and information about club positions and roles, VIEW policies and club organisational structures.
- VIEW Merchandise
  All money raised from the sale of VIEW merchandise goes towards supporting disadvantaged young Australians with their education - browse our range of items today.
- Club Mailouts
  Catch up on the latest VIEW news in our monthly mailouts for VIEW Club members.
- VIEW Publications
  VIEW Matters is a 16-page magazine published two yearly for VIEW members. Read the latest issue today or read about other VIEW activities in the VIEW Minutes.
- Media Releases
  Read the latest VIEW media releases to learn more about VIEW Clubs nationally, and in your local area.
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About Us
- What we do
  VIEW members exclusively support the children’s education charity, The Smith Family.
- Resolutions
  Every two years VIEW members vote on one or more issues of importance that will be the focus of advocacy and lobbying work for the coming years. These are called resolutions.
- Our Leadership Team
  We have a dedicated VIEW members who works across the country to achieve our vision.
- Our History
  “Founding VIEW Clubs is the best thing I have ever done…I hope VIEW will become the greatest voice of women in Australia.” George Forbes, 1970
We are proud of the strong culture we have developed over 65 years of connecting women in communities across Australia to support The Smith Family and improve educational outcomes for Australian children and young people experiencing disadvantage.

Our Culture
Get Involved
- Volunteer
  As a VIEW member there are many opportunities to volunteer your time and skills to directly help and support The Smith Family and disadvantaged Australian children and their families.
- Fundraise
  VIEW members raise over $1.1 million annually for The Smith Family and sponsor more than 1,650+ Learning for Life students.
- Raise awareness and advocate
  With more than 300 clubs around Australia involving some 14,000 women from all walks of life, the collective voice of VIEW is an important aspect of the organsation's work.
- Sponsor a disadvantaged student
  Learning for Life sponsorship provides disadvantaged students with financial assistance, emotional support and access to learning and educational programs.
- Partner with VIEW
  VIEW is proud to have a wide range of community partners that support our fundraising efforts and the work of The Smith Family. We would like to thank the following companies for their ongoing support.
Across Australia, more than 13,000 women come together to connect, give back to their communities and help create brighter futures for young Australians. VIEW members come from all walks of life but share a common purpose: supporting education while building meaningful friendships and community connections.

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VIEW National Convention | First Look at the Venue

We are proud to announce that VIEW National Convention 2027 will be held in Geelong, Victoria from Friday 3 to Sunday 5 September 2027 at the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre. Local VIEW members were recently able to take a first look at the brand new centre at the Nyaal Banyul Community Open Day.

Nyaal Banyul is a brand new, state of the art Convention and Event Centre opened in July 2026. Overlooking the spectacular views of Corio Bay, and with all the best of Geelong’s charm, diverse regional cuisine, and vibrant local community, this is the perfect setting for VIEW members from all over the country to gather together and celebrate our achievements.

More About Nyaal Banyul

Meet us in Geelong to Share the Love!

There are 640 VIEW members across 7 clubs in the local area who are proudly looking forward to showcasing the thriving food scene, bustling precinct and sparkling waterfront of Geelong!

“The Geelong Convention Centre is just amazing - spacious and well laid out with wonderful views of Corio Bay. Our local VIEW members are so excited to be attending the 2027 VIEW Convention in such a world class venue.”

June
Drysdale Day VIEW Club

"Many members of the Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula VIEW Clubs attended the Nyall Banyl Geelong Convention and Event Centre Community Open Day. We were impressed by the huge theatre, large event spaces and facilities. We are excited to be hosting the VIEW National Convention in September 2027 at this wonderful, waterfront venue."

Linda
Geelong Evening VIEW Club

Take a look at the first events at this brand new state of the art venue - we can't wait to see the VIEW banners on that stage!!

National

VIC

11 July 2026